I know paying gurus is not recommended...

[Timothy Nelson]

...as a newbie I do understand that RE gurus can be found in abundance.  I hear that this is not a recommended way to learn about RE.  I did go to a seminar for what was marketed as a 'special opportunity' for new RE investors.  Marketed in a way that made it sound like it would be an honor to be 'chosen' as one of the few.  It turns out the few chosen were not chosen at all.  Just willing to spend 28k (yes, that IS $28,000!).  I attended the seminar and it smelled bad from the get go.  I did however stick around just to listen (and I had paid $199).  At the end of the seminar this company conducted "interviews" to see if potential student would be a good fit or not.  I did go to interview and I was lavished with praise about how wonderful I was, how obvious it was that I had what it takes, etc, etc.  But my qualifications as a candidate was apparent to me.  I had a checking account and credit cards!  All that being said I have come in contact with someone here on BP who claims that I can learn all the secrets to smart RE investing through a paid program.  The point is to not have to go through all the mistakes and headaches that newbies sometimes experience.  The outline sounds excellent.  Student testimonials. Aside from this, the person is also a successful investor.  Investment website.  Testimonials from investors. And less than 2k.  It really is impossible for me to begin right now so I am looking for some feedback from those with more experience than I.